Wired
What Is El Niño? Here’s What It Means for Weather, Water, and Global Economy
Monday, August 17, 2026
El Niño is a climate pattern characterized by warming ocean temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean. The pattern typically occurs every two to seven years and can persist for several months to over a year. El Niño conditions affect weather patterns globally, including increased rainfall in some regions and drought in others, and can impact agricultural production, water availability, and economic activity across multiple sectors.
Original reporting: https://www.wired.com/story/what-el-nino-means-weather-water-global-economy/